Stone Circle Is it really that much of a surprise?

He trailed with Valette back to the pack grounds, his heart beating rapidly in his chest like a drum. He wanted to share the news with the children, but was still unsure of how they would react. Would Valette's children say no? Would Ira say no? He stared deeply at the dirt as he was lost in thought, his paws keeping a steady pace as his brain went on autopilot.

It was only when Valette howled that he was snapped out of his thoughts and looked to her, soft as ever. He followed her faze to the horizon for a swift second before noticing her frazzled posture and tensed air. Nudging his nose softly to her shoulder, he attempted to calm her. "Hey... It will be alright."